Position Summary The Payroll Process Improvement Project Manager is responsible for leading enterprise-wide initiatives to enhance accuracy, strengthen compliance, and improve the driver compensation experience across a multi-state trucking operation. This role serves as a cross-functional project leader partnering with Payroll, Operations, HR, Finance, and IT to streamline processes, reduce payroll disputes, mitigate regulatory risk, and support driver retention. The position operates as a transformation and optimization leader rather than a transactional payroll processor. Strategic Impact of the Role Accurate, timely, and transparent payroll is critical in the trucking industry, where compensation trust directly influences driver retention and operational stability. This role ensures payroll functions as both a compliance safeguard and a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining drivers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Payroll Process Optimization - Conduct comprehensive assessments of end-to-end payroll workflows, including load settlement, driver pay calculation, payroll processing, and reporting. - Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and error trends. - Develop and implement standardized payroll procedures and documentation. - Improve integration between Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ELD platforms, fuel systems, and payroll systems. - Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce manual processes and enhance automation. Driver Experience & Retention Support - Analyze payroll-related driver disputes and identify root causes. - Implement improvements to enhance pay transparency and accuracy. - Partner with Operations to ensure timely and accurate submission of pay inputs (mileage, detention, layover, accessorial pay, bonuses). - Develop driver-facing educational tools to clarify compensation structures. - Establish measurable improvements in payroll accuracy and resolution timelines. Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with federal and multi-state wage and hour laws. - Review and validate proper handling of per diem programs and contractor classifications. - Strengthen internal controls to mitigate wage claim exposure. - Support internal and external payroll audits. - Collaborate with Legal and Finance on payroll-related risk assessments. Data, Reporting & Analytics - Develop payroll performance metrics and dashboards, including: - Payroll error rates - Dispute volume and resolution time - Labor cost per mile - Overtime trends - Provide actionable insights to leadership regarding payroll cost drivers and retention impact. - Support financial forecasting and labor budgeting processes. Project Management & Change Leadership - Lead cross-functional payroll improvement projects from planning through implementation. - Develop project timelines, milestones, and communication plans. - Facilitate stakeholder meetings and executive updates. - Coordinate system testing (UAT) and implementation rollouts. - Ensure adoption of new processes through training and change management strategies. Qualifications Education & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required. - 5+ years of experience in payroll operations, process improvement, or project management. - 3 – 5 years’ minimum experience in transportation, logistics, or trucking environment strongly preferred. - Multi-state payroll experience required. - Project management certification (PMP) is highly desirable. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Strong understanding of trucking compensation structures (CPM, percentage pay, accessorial pay, per diem). - Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour regulations. - Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Workday, Ceridian) and system integrations. - Process mapping and continuous improvement expertise. - Advanced analytical and reporting capabilities. - Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills. - Ability to influence without direct authority. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Reduction in payroll disputes and error rates - Improved first-time payroll accuracy - Decreased time-to-resolution for payroll issues - Reduction in wage claim exposure - Measurable impact on driver retention related to pay satisfaction - Successful implementation of payroll system enhancements Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment with collaboration across field operations and corporate functions. Periodic travel may be required to operational sites.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are seeking an experienced Senior ERP Project Manager with expertise in Infor M3 implementations to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a commercial mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to balance clients’ best interests with the company’s strategic objectives. Candidates must have a record of senior leadership in the consulting industry. The Senior ERP Project Manager at Columbus M3 provides a high degree of leadership to the project team, serving to facilitate the activities that meet the project objectives both on time and on budget. In this opportunity you will be responsible for full PM lifecycle, building of project ERP plans, management of scope, scheduled, resources and budget. You will also oversee client relationship management, risk management, and reporting. Note: This is a remote opportunity and can be based from any location in the United States. #LI-Remote Position Responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end implementation of Infor M3 projects or others as needed, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget. - Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies. - Monitor project progress, ensuring effective communication and alignment among cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients. - Manage enterprise-level budgets, proactively monitoring budget to actuals and reporting thereof. - Communicate project status to both the project team and c-suite executives to ensure a positive client experience. - Proactively identify and resolve customer issues, balancing client satisfaction with Columbus’ best interests; managing escalations with diplomacy and professionalism, ensuring swift and effective resolution while maintaining strong client relationships. - Collaborate with sales and pre-sales teams to draft detailed and accurate SOWs, facilitate the estimation of project budgets, timelines, and resource needs with precision to ensure realistic client expectations and profitable outcomes. - Forecast and allocate project resources, ensuring optimal utilization while minimizing resource conflicts. - Monitor team performance and provide mentorship and guidance to ensure adherence to project deliverables and quality standards. - Ensure the project team follows Columbus Methodology and is producing deliverables to standards and on schedule; maintain project plan. - Review and understand the contractual terms and scope of assigned projects. - Review key deliverables to assure scope and budget remain aligned. - Ensure project setup, time, invoice if required, and expense entry are recorded properly; perform time and expense reviews. Qualifications - 7+ years of ERP project management experience in ERP environment. - 7+ years managing ERP enterprise implementations is required, experience with Infor M3 is strongly preferred. - 7+ years of consulting experience (with leadership experience being a plus). - Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, contracts, and profitability. - Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage client escalations effectively. - Experience must encompass the management of budget, risks, resources, scope, issues, changes, and quality. - Previous experience in writing statements of work, project estimation, and resource forecasting. - Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. - Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills. - Ability to handle client and employee escalations with empathy, diplomacy, and fairness. - Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or a related field. PMP certification is preferred. - Coaching and/or mentoring experience with excellent presentation skills. - Experience working with global project team and able to adapt to schedule to alternate time zones when needed. - Ability to travel up to 30%. Preferred Requirements - PMP Certification - Knowledge of other tier one ERP solutions Benefits - Columbus offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. - This package includes Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k).

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Junior Project Controls Invoice Review Specialist professional is responsible for supporting invoice reviews across capital and operational projects. Works under close supervision to process invoices to meet desired approval timeframes utilizing an in-house Project Management Information System. - Review and validate invoices for accuracy, contract compliance, and supporting documentation prior to approval - Coordinate with client staff to process invoices within defined approval timeframes - Support the month-end close - Interfaces with project controls staff and managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs - Supports internal coordination between cost and scheduling teams - Communicates status updates clearly and on time to supervisors and team members - Other duties as assigned Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline - A minimum of four years of relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree - 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred - Familiarity with software such as Adobe Acrobat, Revu Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Project Management Information Systems (e.g., PMWeb or Trimble) are preferred - Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail - Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences Requirements - Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen - Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form Benefits - Competitive pay and benefits - Wellness programs for you and your family - Career development opportunities to advance your professional goals - Comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees

• Lead end-to-end ERP implementation projects from initiation through go-live and post-deployment stabilization • Apply PMI project management methodologies to ensure predictable, on-time, and on-budget delivery • Define and manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, assumptions, and dependencies in alignment with the Statement of Work • Establish and maintain integrated project plans, including milestones, deliverables, resource assignments, and critical paths • Enforce formal change control processes to ensure all scope changes are documented, estimated, approved, and tracked • Facilitate project governance, including steering committee meetings, executive communications, and formal project status reporting • Participate in and deliver internal and customer-facing project reviews, including financial, delivery, and risk assessments • Coordinate cross-functional teams • Ensure deliverables meet defined acceptance criteria and quality standards before the customer signs off • Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve project risks and issues using structured mitigation and contingency planning • Drive customer adoption and readiness through effective planning of testing, training, cutover, and go-live activities • Align service delivery with ITIL principles • Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with internal delivery standards and contractual obligations • Leverage Professional Services Automation (PSA) systems for project financials, forecasting, resourcing, and billing accuracy